as in chandeliers
an object with several branches for holding sources of light
An elegant candelabra was placed on the dining table.
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Recent Examples of candelabras
Crystal chandeliers shimmered, reflecting the warm glow of the candelabras that lined the tables.
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Ian Malone, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2025
Inside, you’re greeted by a massive vintage armoire; several more candelabras are sprinkled throughout.
—Michael Cuby, Them, 26 Feb. 2025
The kitchen included a soft blue accent wall, as well as a chandelier and candelabras which included multi-colored beads to add a bit of sparkle to the room.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 13 Feb. 2025
The candelabras damaged are worth roughly $31,000.
—Francesca Aton, ARTnews.com, 10 Feb. 2025
The candelabras are perfect for a mantelpiece, while the smaller candleholders are fitting for a coffee table or a shelf.
—Sofia Celeste, WWD, 22 Jan. 2025
The glow of candelabras warmed the contemporary design.
—Ian Malone, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2024
Ian Malone, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2025
Inside, you’re greeted by a massive vintage armoire; several more candelabras are sprinkled throughout.
—Michael Cuby, Them, 26 Feb. 2025
The kitchen included a soft blue accent wall, as well as a chandelier and candelabras which included multi-colored beads to add a bit of sparkle to the room.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 13 Feb. 2025
The candelabras damaged are worth roughly $31,000.
—Francesca Aton, ARTnews.com, 10 Feb. 2025
The candelabras are perfect for a mantelpiece, while the smaller candleholders are fitting for a coffee table or a shelf.
—Sofia Celeste, WWD, 22 Jan. 2025
The glow of candelabras warmed the contemporary design.
—Ian Malone, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for candelabras
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Walt Spangler uses every inch of the Guthrie’s proscenium stage to make a grand living room of the space, full of big chandeliers and splendid little details.—
Rob Hubbard,
Twin Cities,
21 Mar. 2025
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Perched on a hill with sweeping views of the Bay of Naples, the historic property’s 67 rooms and suites are decked in Hungarian-point parquet floors, crystal chandeliers, and period furniture.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Mar. 2025
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“Candelabras.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/candelabras. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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